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We hear from owner Brae Sokolski who had a Group 2 quinella in the Guy Walter Stks on the weekend. Sokolski also spoke of some potential stars of the future.
Owner Brae Sokolski is still coming to terms with the passing of Verry Elleegant in Ireland. Sokolski says he thought it was positive news when the phone rang, given she was overdue to give birth.
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On the eve of Qipco British Champions Day, Charlotte Greenway recaps on interviews with connections of some of tomorrow's runners at Ascot. Ahead of Champion racehorse Baaeed's final start, we hear from trainer William Haggas on the pressure felt by the team going into this and how he is coping with this. Shadwell's Richard Hills also gives and update on the horse's wellbeing and latest work. Verry Elleegant is still trying to get her European campaign rolling but if tomorrow doesn't work out, owner, Brae Sokolski, admits that she may be retired and covered by a northern hemisphere sire. Adam Kirby rides old pal Rohaan in the Champions Sprint and shares his hopes for the course and distance winner while another course and distance winner Accidental Agent will look to get his head in front in the Balmoral Handicap and trainer Eve Johnson Haughton offers cause for optimism.
Nick is joined by broadcaster Rishi Persad to discuss the news and events from around the racing world today. With a sharp focus on QIPCO British Champions' Day, they examine the likely tactical nuances of Baaeed's final starts and wonder whether a fresh Adayar has the credentials to be the most potent opponent yet in the company of Shadwell's Richard Hills, who gives great insight into Baaeed's recent work. Nick and Rishi canter through all the other races, latterly though the prism of the TRC Global Rankings, while other guests on today's show include Verry Elleegant's owner Brae Sokolski, Eve Johnson Houghton, who saddles her old favourite Accidental Agent in the Balmoral handicap, and James Ferguson, who brings news on Melbourne Cup favourite Deauville Legend and Breeders' Cup entrant Mise en Scene.
Nick is joined by broadcaster Rishi Persad to discuss the news and events from around the racing world today. With a sharp focus on QIPCO British Champions' Day, they examine the likely tactical nuances of Baaeed's final starts and wonder whether a fresh Adayar has the credentials to be the most potent opponent yet in the company of Shadwell's Richard Hills, who gives great insight into Baaeed's recent work. Nick and Rishi canter through all the other races, latterly though the prism of the TRC Global Rankings, while other guests on today's show include Verry Elleegant's owner Brae Sokolski, Eve Johnson Houghton, who saddles her old favourite Accidental Agent in the Balmoral handicap, and James Ferguson, who brings news on Melbourne Cup favourite Deauville Legend and Breeders' Cup entrant Mise en Scene.
Brae Sokolski joins us with the news over the past 24 hours Verry Elleegant's chances of making the Arc field in France this Sunday aren't so pretty!
Owner Brae Sokolski joined Riley Phelan on RSN Raceday to announce that Verry Elleegant will represent Australia in the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe next Sunday
Nick is joined by broadcaster and journalist Cornelius Lysaght to discuss the news and events from around the racing world today. They lead today on the implications of the news in today's Racing Post that Michael O'Leary's Gigginstown operation had sent horses to Willie Mullins again after a break of six years. Also on the today's edition, more reflection from the weekend, as Moyglare Stud's Fiona Craig casts doubt on an Arc bid for Kyprios and remains confident in Homeless Songs. Also, Brae Sokolski, owner of Verry Elleegant, talks extensively about his reaction to the star mare's third in the Prix Foy at the weekend and her options for the remainder of the season. Trainer and Breeder Dave Weston is along for National Racehorse week, while Keeneland's Ed Prosser is this week's Weatherbys Bloodstock guest to coincide with the opening day of Keeneland's marathon September sale.
Nick is joined by broadcaster and journalist Cornelius Lysaght to discuss the news and events from around the racing world today. They lead today on the implications of the news in today's Racing Post that Michael O'Leary's Gigginstown operation had sent horses to Willie Mullins again after a beak of six years. Also on the today's edition, more reflection from the weekend, as Moyglare Stud's Fiona Craig casts doubt on an Arc bid for Kyprios and remains confident in Homeless Songs. Also, Brae Sokolski, owner of Verry Elleegant, talks extensively about his reaction to the star mare's third in the Prix Foy at the weekend and her options for the remainder of the season. Trainer and Breeder Dave Weston is along for National Racehorse week, while Keeneland's Ed Prosser is this week's Weatherbys Bloodstock guest to coincide with the opening day of Keeneland's marathon September sale.
Brae Sokolski Joine The Verdict on Racing Pulse after Verry Ellegant's 3rd at Longchamp overnight!
The Mounting Yard with Cam Luke, featuring special guests Brae Sokolski, Amy McDonald, Shane Fliedner & Grahame Begg.
Leviathan owner Brae Sokolski joins Cam Luke for a chat about Verry Elleegant's first up run in France.
The Verdict with Matt Stewart and Mick Sharkie joining Michael Felgate to look back at the weekends racing and all the latest racing news. Joined by BRAE SOKOLSKI, CIARON MAHER and JAMES MCDONALDÂ
Leviathan owner Brae Sokolski joins Miles Pfitzner, Dean Elliot and Tom Haylock ahead of the run of Verry Elleegant in France this weekend, and discusses a few of his other prized horses.
Ahead of Verry Elleegant's French debut this weekend, part-owner Brae Sokolski joined Gerard to talk about his excitement ahead of the Group One race, the confidence they have in her, the field she'll be competing against, where he'll be watching the race, and more.
Miles Pfitzner, Dean Elliott and Tom Haylock continue their assessment of the futures markets for the spring, with the Cox Plate, Coolmore Stud Stakes and Golden Eagle on the agenda. The boys are also joined by trainer Brae Sokolski ahead of the run of Verry Elleegant in France this weekend, and as usual are delivered the best tips from experts right around the country.
Coaching legend David Parkin on the looming decision of Alastair Clarkson, Kane Cornes took aim at Carlton with one shot left to make the finals, Brenton Sanderson on what Collingwood needs to do to beat the Blues, owner Brae Sokolski has Verry Elleegant on the cusp of her international debut, and Bulldog Kirsty Lamb a week out from the beginning of the AFLW season.
Owner Brae Sokolski gives an update on the mighty mare 'Verry Elleegant' ahead of her running in France this weekend.
On Thursday morning, Gerard's editorial on North Melbourne and Essendon's battle for Alastair Clarkson (00:37) was followed by his weekly chat with Kane Cornes, who said there's only one choice Clarkson should make (5:21). Gerard then spoke to David Parkin ahead of Carlton's crucial clash with Collingwood (28:39), and after dissecting Brisbane vs Melbourne and Carlton vs Collingwood with Brenton Sanderson (50:30), he caught up with Western Bulldogs star Kirsty Lamb as the AFLW season draws closer (1:21:33). And lastly, he spoke to Brae Sokolski ahead of Verry Elleegant's French debut this weekend (1:26:33).
Full BSBW episode for 27 February 2022 with Ray and Dean. We preview the NRL season with Manly coach Des Hasler plus chat league with Phil Rothfield and Peter Peters. We discuss racing with Richard Callander and Verry Elleegant's owner Brae Sokolski. Gerard Daffy with the latest from TAB plus Phil Moss chats football and we have the League Super Quiz!
Owner Brae Sokolski chats about Verry Elleegant claiming another group one win yesterday at Randwick plus his other wins yesterday with Hinged and Sierra Sue.
Coolangatta is the short-priced favourite for the 2YO Classic at the Magic Millions and part-owner Brae Sokolski joins us
Brae Sokolski and connections have purchased Melbourne Cup placegetter Spanish Mission and will be trained in Australia by Peter Moody.
Tonight on Sportsday, Matt Granland and Jimmy Bartel are joined by Mick Turner, Brae Sokolski and Mark Levy.
Part-owner of Melbourne Cup winner Verry Eleegant Brae Sokolski joined Matt and Jimmy
Matt and Jimmy were joined by former Geelong Falcons talent manager Mick Turner and Verry Elleegant part owner Brae Sokolski.
Sokolski spoke with Matt and Jimmy on Monday night.
Melbourne Cup-winning owner Brae Sokolski in the studio outlining the next steps for Verry Elleegant, Victorian state cricket coach Chris Rogers on Will Pucovski's road back from another concussion, cricket writer Bharat Sundaresan with his big four at the T20 World Cup, and Australian golfer Lucas Herbert after his maiden victory on the PGA Tour.
Brae Sokolski in the studio with the Melbourne Cup, Victorian state cricket coach Chris Rogers with the latest on Will Pucovski, and Australian golfer Lucas Herbert after his maiden victory on the PGA Tour.
Verry Elleegant owner Brae Sokolski in the studio with the Melbourne Cup (3:07), Hamish McLachlan (26:37), Victorian state cricket coach Chris Rogers (41:55), cricket writer Bharat Sundaresan on the state of play at the T20 World Cup (53:43), Australian golfer Lucas Herbert on his maiden PGA Tour victory (1:14:31), and football broadcaster Max Rushden on the latest results in the UEFA Champions League (1:22:16).
When his eye wandered from Incentivise to Verry Elleegant and he knew "it was over," how the champion mare now belongs to the Australian sporting fabric, whether the ownership will pursue a Cox Plate or take her to Europe, how he became involved in horse racing, and more.
Wayne explains why Verry Elleegant's Melbourne Cup win was the great story we've been hoping for, how James McDonald is approaching Damien Oliver's legendary status, why Racing Victoria should have allowed Brae Sokolski to celebrate, takes your calls and texts, and catches up with trainer Chris Waller and handicapper Adam Blencowe.
On the biggest day in Australia's racing calendar, Gerard Whateley and Andrew Bensley team up to deliver comprehensive coverage of the race that stops the nation, and talk to some of the biggest names involved with the Melbourne Cup.
'Incentivise' & 'Very Elleegant' major owner Brae Sokolski joined Matty to preview his chances for today's Melbourne Cup.
Not many people are more nervous for their horses' run today than Incentivise part owner Brae Sokolski and he joins the show to talk about the build up to the race.
Gerard is joined by Incentivise part-owner Brae Sokolski after the galloper was handed its 1.5kg penalty for the Melbourne Cup by Greg Carpenter, who also joins the program.From a cricket perspective Bharat Sundaresan previews the T20 World Cup and Tony Dodemaide explains his decision to join the National Selection Panel.Max Rushden wraps up the big issues in world soccer/football, Sam Edmund ponders where to for the Trade Period, and MVRC CEO Michael Browell looks ahead to Saturday's Cox Plate.
Incentivise part-owner Brae Sokolski joins Gerard after the star galloper received a 1.5kg penalty for the Melbourne Cup, and Verry Elleegant's chances at this Saturday's Cox Plate.
Owner Brae Sokolski discusses a Group 1 weekend.
Part-owner of Incentivise, Brae Sokolski joined us after the star galloper was given a weight of 55.5kgs for the Cups
After Incentivise won Saturday's Makybe Diva Stakes, prominent owner Brae Sokolski joined the Next Gen boys Damien Ractliffe and Hayden Byrne to reminisce about his great horses and provide punters with an insight into the spring campaigns of Incentivise, Verry Elleegant and Sir Dragonet.
What we might see from Melbourne Cup favourite Incentivise in the Makybe Diva on Saturday and throughout the spring, and more.
Checking in with Melbourne fans ahead of the preliminary finals (4:01), before Dees chief executive Gary Pert (11:37), 'Razor' Ray Chamberlain after having umpired his final match for the season (28:07), Sam Edmund ringing the Trade Bell (41:03), Cricket Australia chief executive Nick Hockley (52:25), Wednesday regular Adam Gilchrist (1:13:05), and prominent owner Brae Sokolski (1:31:06).
Melbourne chief executive Gary Pert, Cricket Australia chief executive Nick Hockley, and prominent owner Brae Sokolski.
Melbourne chief executive Gary Pert on the Dees' emotions going into a preliminary final, Ray Chamberlain explaining how insufficient intent is measured, Nick Hockley on the prospect of playing a Test team under the Taliban flag, Adam Gilchrist on his experience of West Australian parochialism, and prominent owner Brae Sokolski on Melbourne Cup favourite Incentivise.
Prominent owner Brae Sokolski discusses the purchase of 'Hinged' and an update on Incentivise's spring program.
Leading Owner Brae Sokolski joins Miles Pfitzner to chat about his latest acquisition INCENTIVISE who just arrived in VIC and the stables of Peter Moody for the Spring Carnival. We learn a bit more about the Spring Carnival plan for that horse, but also get the latest on another star for Brae in VERRY ELLEEGANT and just where she is being aimed at in the Spring either the Caulfield Cup to defend her crown OR the Cox Plate. If that's not enough, we also spoke about his gun 2yo SHE'S ALL CLASS ahead of her return to racing.
Prominent owner Brae Sokolski reflects on Verry Elleegant's first trial before previewing his spring contingent, including Cups favourite Incentivise
This week on Talking Horses we catch up with Incentivise part-owner Brae Sokolski after he blitzed the field in the Tattersalls Cup
Owner Brae Sokolski joins Andrew Bensley to chat about his runners across Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne today including his champion Kings Will Dream who has his final career run at Eagle Farm today.
The European Super League news with Times reporter Martyn Ziegler and legendary football caller Martin Tyler, moving the magnets with Justin Leppitsch, AFLW with Sarah Olle, across the divide with Andrew Voss, and Verry Elleegant part-owner Brae Sokolski.
Brae joined Gerard and revealed his cheeky proposition to Addeybb trainer William Haggas after a long lunch on Sunday afternoon.
The European Super League news with Times reporter Martyn Ziegler and legendary caller Martin Tyler, the Darcy Moore debate with Justin Leppitsch, Verry Elleegant part-owner Brae Sokolski, and a most distracting caller.